The cheapest and fastest trains from Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€22
Fastest journey
3 h 47 m
Average duration
4 h 23 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
It's difficult to get from Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale without transferring at least once.
Regionale 5382 · Regionale Veloce 5365
Regionale 22112 · Regionale 5367
Regionale 12960 · Regionale 22303 · Regionale 12881
Regionale 5388 · Regionale 5371
Regionale 22107 · Regionale Veloce 5503
Regionale 22112 · Regionale 5367
Regionale 22107 · Regionale Veloce 5503
Regionale 5388 · Regionale 5371
Regionale 12990+
Intercity 729
Intercity 724+
Regionale Veloce 5365Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry for Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €18, and a ferry costs an average of €55.
Distance: 170 km
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€19 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price | €56 Average price |
4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale trains for today, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 5383 · Regionale 5491 | 7:05 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h24 | 11:29 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5380 · Regionale 5359 | 7:48 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h44 | 12:32 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 722+ Regionale 5359 | 8:30 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h02 | 12:32 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5382 · Regionale 5361 | 10:03 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h20 | 2:23 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 5391 · Regionale Veloce 5511 | 10:56 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h33 | 3:29 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12934 · Regionale Veloce 5363 | 10:56 AM Taormina-Giardini | 5h30 | 4:26 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 724+ Regionale Veloce 5363 | 11:19 AM Taormina-Giardini | 5h07 | 4:26 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12978 · Regionale 12901 · Regionale 5369 | 12:52 PM Taormina-Giardini | 6h13 | 7:05 PM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 5395 · Regionale Veloce 5513 | 1:05 PM Taormina-Giardini | 4h24 | 5:29 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5384+ Intercity 723 | 1:48 PM Taormina-Giardini | 4h40 | 6:28 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5386 · Regionale 5369 | 3:11 PM Taormina-Giardini | 3h54 | 7:05 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12986 · Regionale 12903 · Regionale 12911 | 3:43 PM Taormina-Giardini | 5h17 | 9:00 PM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, November 16 | |||||
Regionale 22107 · Regionale Veloce 5503 | 5:26 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h03 | 9:29 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12960 · Regionale 22303 · Regionale 12881 | 6:16 AM Taormina-Giardini | 6h46 | 1:02 PM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale
Trains from Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 16:47. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 3h 39m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 04:42 |
Last train 16:47 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Taormina-Giardini and Palermo Centrale from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Palermo Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, but spaces are limited.
- Ristorante al Saraceno
- Osteria RossoDiVino
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Villa Carlotta
- Hotel Villa Schuler
- Hotel Villa Belvedere
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms are accessible via underpass
- Bus: Etna Trasporti (Interbus) services available
- Taxi services available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, but spaces are limited.
- Ristorante al Saraceno
- Osteria RossoDiVino
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Villa Carlotta
- Hotel Villa Schuler
- Hotel Villa Belvedere
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms are accessible via underpass
- Bus: Etna Trasporti (Interbus) services available
- Taxi services available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Piazza Giulio Cesare.
- Antica Focacceria San Francesco
- Osteria Ballarò
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Eurostars Centrale Palace
- Hotel Ambasciatori
- Hotel del Centro
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for regional and fast trains
- Metro: Line A
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Piazza Giulio Cesare.
- Antica Focacceria San Francesco
- Osteria Ballarò
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Eurostars Centrale Palace
- Hotel Ambasciatori
- Hotel del Centro
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for regional and fast trains
- Metro: Line A
- Bus: Several lines available
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